[If Max Verstappen wins the Qatar GP 2 extra chapters + One extra chapters if a Mclaren DNfs]
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Rudolf's suggestion regarding Narita Brian was something Kitahara had already considered before.
Just as she said, Narita Brian was in the same grade and same class as Oguri Roman, and recently she had been frequently coming to Eisei to participate and run in training.
Combined with the fact that at the entrance ceremony she actively approached Kitahara to ask for his signature—considering all these situations together—she seemed like a student very worthy of inviting.
Kitahara's original plan was to have Oguri Cap and the others invite her, but he hadn't expected to run into her in the student council office.
Now, in Rudolf's words, there was a sense of request mixed in.
She was probably hoping Narita Brian could get in touch with the Eisei team earlier, so she could get familiar with the team, the trainers, and the club operations, and smoothly begin her student council work later on.
With that in mind, Kitahara didn't hesitate and immediately agreed to Rudolf.
"Since you've agreed, then…"
After nodding, Rudolf looked toward the corner of the office."Brian, you can stop working for now. Please come over for a moment?"
The pair of long black ears twitched, and a pair of bright yellow eyes glanced over. Without much hesitation, she nodded slightly. Holding a stack of documents, Narita Brian walked over.
She nodded briefly toward Kitahara first, then placed the papers in front of Rudolf Symbol.
"President, this is my attempt at a plan for the 'Summer Open Event'. I also tried drawing a poster for it. Please take a look and let me know if anything needs to be corrected—I'll revise it later."
To be honest, the responsible and serious expression Narita Brian wore at that moment formed a sharp contrast with the blatant slacking-off of Maruzensky and the others earlier. For a moment, compared to those girls, Brian looked much more like a proper student council executive.
However, the moment Kitahara first heard "Summer Open Event", he subconsciously tried to recall related Central Academy matters. But when he heard "poster", his expression instantly became strange.
He had interacted with Narita Brian several times before, and through other horsegirls had also learned more about her. Generally speaking, she was exactly the kind of person he imagined.
Driven by a desire to become stronger and always seeking challenges, her talent and ability in running were absolutely top-tier, and her thinking and intuition were extremely sharp.
Usually quiet and reserved, showing disinterest toward others, seeming very stern and serious—almost as if she had no interests outside running.
Such a proud personality combined with overwhelming talent made most horsegirls intimidated by her. Normally, aside from her sister Biwa Hayahide, it seemed only Oguri Roman was close to her.
Kitahara once wondered if she behaved that way due to personality traits like timidity, but after a casual chat with Oguri Roman, he learned that wasn't the case.
According to Roman, "Brian-chan is actually a very cute girl."
She said Brian simply struggled with expressing herself, and she was troubled by it.
If one spent enough time around her, they would discover she was actually very pure-hearted, very gentle, loved cute things, and absolutely hated eerie or scary stories.
Naturally, such a personality was completely different from her usual impression, and Roman felt that Brian had a strong "gap moe" appeal.
Just hearing it, Kitahara also felt the same, and now as he looked at the poster, he experienced that sensation once again.
More accurately—it was the "contrast" that hit him.
He remembered now that Narita Brian was known as a "soulful artist", and even after becoming vice president, her drawing ability was still stuck at kindergarten level.
The kind of drawings she produced… could not be said to be incomprehensible, but were full of imaginative color—and from a technical standpoint, full of potential.
At this moment, facing such a "masterpiece", he tried his best to maintain a straight expression, pretending to thoughtfully nod as if reflecting on Rudolf's arrangements.
"Mm, the planning is very well done. Although there are still some details that need adjustment, being able to reach this level has already exceeded my expectations. As for the poster…"
After a very brief pause, Rudolf examined the "masterpiece" for a moment and smiled as she put the entire proposal away.
"It's a very creative design."
"After this, I'll arrange for department members to continue the follow-up work. You've worked hard, Brian."
Truly worthy of her position as student council president—not a hint of strange emotion leaked through.
Narita Brian didn't dwell on the matter and simply nodded before looking toward Kitahara.
"I heard earlier that you were talking about the summer training camp."
She asked directly, without reservation:"Is it related to me?"
"That's right. You already know Chief Trainer Kitahara, so I won't introduce him more. In the training camp he planned for Eisei, there is a particular part involving you…"
After briefly explaining Kitahara's idea, Rudolf Symbol looked at her with an expression seeking her opinion.
"How about it? My suggestion is that you participate."
"At the Central Tracen Academy right now, if we're talking about who has the highest personal training level, it's difficult to decide in a short time."
"Even if I think Kitahara's ability is already outstanding, there are still many stellar seniors, so it's not easy to make bold claims."
"But if we're talking about team capability, I think Eisei is currently the strongest and most well-rounded in all aspects. That should be unquestionable."
"When we went to Europe for training, I was there, and I can confirm that even when coaching debut-stage horsegirls, Eisei has exceptional skills and a unique approach."
"If you could train with them for a while, it would greatly benefit your future career."
After explaining carefully, seeing Narita Brian nod thoughtfully, Rudolf Symbol's expression brightened, and she continued:
"In addition, there's the matter of student council work."
"This is something I don't mind sharing beforehand: many of Eisei's arrangements are believed by the board and student council to be implementable throughout all Tracen academies."
"Some have already begun—for example, the cafeteria."
"At first, many board members opposed the changes. They believed the cafeteria already received enough budget and that there was no need to elevate standards according to Eisei's model."
"But until now, the horsegirls of Eisei, except during their initial joining period, have never experienced any training-related injuries."
"And they have provided extensive research and practical evidence on nutritional and healthy eating, proving the importance of the investment."
"The fact that you all can now enjoy more abundant and specialized meals is thanks to that."
"And this is only one example."
"So what I think is, if you're willing to join the student council in the future, you should begin to engage more deeply with Eisei starting now."
"What do you think?"
After Rudolf finished speaking, Narita Brian thought for only a few seconds.
"I agree. Thank you very much for your suggestion, President."
She looked at Kitahara again and said steadily:
"I was hesitating about whether to join my sister's training camp invitation."
"I admit my sister's program is excellent, but it doesn't feel particularly suitable for me."
"I've experienced Eisei's normal-level training, and I'm grateful Chief Trainer Kitahara gave me the chance. I feel I adapt to it very well."
"Since I can learn further, then for the upcoming period, I will be in your care, Chief."
Having successfully invited Narita Brian, Kitahara and Rudolf Symbol then briefly discussed the field-related phenomenon discovered during the Takarazuka Kinen.
For various reasons, they both believed Narita Brian was definitely someone capable of reaching that level, so subconsciously, neither of them hid anything from her—regardless of whether Eisei's training method would work.
After talking for a while, it was already late.
Rudolf finished work and said she would go join Maruzensky and the others for "student council team building". Kitahara thought for a moment and decided to take Narita Brian to dinner first.
Narita Brian didn't refuse, and when Kitahara thought about dinner, he subconsciously contacted Oguri Cap.
"Slurp—slurp—mm? Kitahara-kun, I'm at Harajuku right now, are you coming?"
The sound of Oguri Cap devouring noodles came through the phone, then the phone seemed to be passed over, followed by Oguri Roman's explanation.
"Hello? Uncle Kitahara?"
"Big Sis said she'll be returning to Nagoya soon for quite a while, maybe a month or two, so she won't be able to eat Harajuku food. So she wanted to eat a lot today."
"There just happened to be a new soba shop that opened, run by Yukino Bijin's relative, and they're doing an opening event."
"It's a 'big eater challenge'."
"This time they're not using the traditional Iwate-style multiple small bowls—it's one huge bowl the size of a basin!"
"Big Sis ate a lot already. Many customers saw how happy she looked while eating and couldn't resist coming in too."
"Are you coming too, Uncle Kitahara?"
Even beyond the explanations, Kitahara could hear continuous slurping sounds, and could practically imagine Oguri Cap eating happily—even hearing camera shutters, cheers, and welcome calls.
"Okay, we're on our way—but not just me."
Glancing at Narita Brian next to him, Kitahara continued:
"Brian-san is with me."
"Eh? Brian-san and Uncle Kitahara are coming too?"
Oguri Roman sounded surprised, then quickly cheerful.
"Great! Then we'll wait for you here."
"We'll also order in advance so you can eat right when you arrive."
"What flavor do you want?"
Kitahara didn't have any strong preference and asked Narita Brian. Her answer was simple:
"Anything is fine—as long as there's meat."
Remembering Brian indeed loved meat, Kitahara relayed that, received the address, and headed there by subway with her.
Harajuku noodle shop
"Here, here! Uncle Kitahara! Brian!"
Oguri Roman waved energetically from the open space outside the shop when they arrived.
Compared to neighboring shops, the space wasn't large—inside were about a dozen tables, plus a second floor, seating maybe 30–40 groups at most.
But considering this was Harajuku—one of Tokyo's hottest fashion and youth culture zones—having such a shop was already a huge investment.
The decoration was pristine, clearly newly opened, and customers were constantly flowing in and out, with a long waiting line outside. Exceptionally lively for a new opening.
And the reason was obvious—the special big-eating challenge table at the entrance.
Oguri Roman stood beside the table waving, and behind it sat Oguri Cap.
Still unaware Kitahara and Brian had arrived, she was buried in noodles.
The bowl in front of her was enormous—both hands could not wrap around it. If it were iron instead of ceramic, it could pass for a small cooking pot—truly a giant ocean-bowl.
It was filled generously—mostly densely packed noodles and thick broth.
Compared to traditional Iwate-style "wanko soba," this one bowl alone could equal thirty bowls or more.
But such a huge bowl didn't last long in Oguri Cap's hands.
When Kitahara and Narita Brian approached, it seemed the bowl had just been served. Oguri Cap was carefully scooping up a massive clump of noodles, blowing on them.
When they got close, she seemed to feel the temperature was right, so she stuffed the entire mass into her mouth and began "storm inhale" slurping.
Visibly, with each slurp, the broth dropped dramatically like water discharging from a reservoir gate.
After just a few seconds, the broth level sank rapidly, exposing the bowl walls and nearly the bottom.
Truly a storm inhale.
Already fully aware of Oguri Cap's monstrous talent for eating, Kitahara and Brian silently watched.
Oguri Roman, of course, also knew, so the three simply waited quietly until Oguri Cap finished.
"Ahh! So good! Wanko soba is really fun to eat, but eating huge mouthfuls like this makes soba taste even better!"
Letting out a satisfied cheer, she patted her stomach and handed the bowl to Roman.
"Roman, help me ask the owner for another bowl—Eh? Kitahara? When did you get here?"
Noticing her trainer, her ears twitched, then she spotted Brian.
"And Ryan?"
"Are you here to participate in the big eater challenge too?"
"Then I'll make room for you!"
Saying so, she actually dragged her chair to the side, and casually pulled another chair over.
"Sit, come slurp noodles together!"
Smiling brightly, she looked at Narita Brian, inviting her warmly.
End of Chapter